AI infrastructure debates create new bipartisan and progressive political divides

The political debate over AI data centers and resource consumption is forging unexpected alliances and intra-party tensions, highlighted by state-level moratoriums and legislative pushes.

• New York enacted the first state-level data center moratorium through a partnership between Gov. Kathy Hochul and progressive Sen. Kristen Gonzalez.
• Lawmakers are navigating new political alignments and divides over AI infrastructure ahead of the midterms.